Stimulants, primarily amphetamines and methylphenidate, are increasingly prescribed to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults raising concerns about potential misuse and abus… [+5280 chars]
Prescription Stimulant Misuse Alarmingly Common - Medscape
One in four adults prescribed stimulants misuse them, and nearly 1 in 10 develop an addiction to these medications — underscoring the need for better screening.
By:Megan Brooks
Source:Medscape
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